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Kenya's Ruto withdraws tax bill after deadly protests

Kenya's President William Ruto has announced that the government’s controversial tax bill will be withdrawn. It comes after at least 22 people were killed in protests against the bill on Tuesday, according to Kenya’s Human Rights Commission. The organisation has said that the death toll is likely to rise as…

France 24

‘The people have spoken’: Why did Kenya’s Ruto reject tax bill he pushed?

Western pressure likely made Ruto backtrack after deadly violence, but his credibility has been badly hit, say analysts.

Al Jazeera

Kenya protests: Ruto pulling the finance bill is unlikely to satisfy angry young protesters – here’s why

In a move that shocked observers, Kenya’s President William Ruto announced on 26 June he was withdrawing his government’s highly controversial finance bill. This followed two days in which tens of thousands of mostly young protesters took to the streets in nationwide rallies against the proposals contained in the country’s…

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Haitians hold their breath as newly arrived Kenyan police force prepares to face gangs

Anticipation is mingling with fear across Haiti as the country welcomes the fourth major foreign intervention in its history to fight gang violence

The Independent UK

Kenyan President William Ruto Backs Down On Controversial Finance Bill

Kenyan President Ruto's decision not to sign the Finance Bill 2024 following protests and fatalities highlights the delicate balance between fiscal policie...

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Kenya's Ruto withdraws finance bill after anti-tax protest deaths

Kenyan President William Ruto said Wednesday that a bill containing contentious tax hikes would "be withdrawn" following massive protests in which at least 20 people died. But protesters say they will keep up the pressure to have the bill scrapped.

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Kenyan President William Ruto Refuses To Sign Controversial Finance Bill

Kenyan President Ruto's refusal to sign the finance bill marks a pivotal moment in the country's political landscape, potentially easing tensions and pavin...

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Kenya's president says he won't sign tax bill that sparked deadly protests

‘I concede’ said William Ruto following protests that left at least 23 people dead and many more wounded

Evening Standard

Kenyans promise more rallies as president pressured to rethink tax hikes

Kenyan protest leaders on Wednesday vowed to carry on marches against controversial tax hikes, a day after 13 people were killed when police opened fire on the youth-led crowds who stormed the parliament.

Radio France Internationale

Kenya's Ruto says finance bill to be withdrawn after anti-tax protest deaths

Kenyan President William Ruto on Wednesday said he would withdraw planned tax rises, bowing to pressure after deadly demonstations saw protesters storming parliament and threatening more action this week.

France 24

Kenyan Protesters Continue Demonstrations Against New Tax Hikes

Kenyan protesters persist in demanding political reform amidst violent clashes over tax increases, challenging President Ruto's administration.

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Kenya’s Ruto says finance bill to be withdrawn after deadly protests

President William Ruto says he rejects a finance bill that contained a series of tax hikes after nationwide protests.

Al Jazeera

Kenyan police and protests: researchers on a violent, corrupt security force that’s beyond reform

Kenya’s police are being criticised for their violent response to protests over the past week against government proposals to raise US$2.7 billion in additional taxes.

The Conversation

Kenyan police fire blanks to disperse protesters hours after parliament breached

Authorities fired blanks to disperse protesters in Nairobi suburb overnight Wednesday, hours after protestors stormed parliament in deadly demonstrations, burning parts of the building while legislators fled, as the country grapples with controversial tax increases

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International Business Times

'Shaken To The Core': Kenya Shocked As Protests Turn Deadly

Kenya was in a state of shock Wednesday following unprecedented scenes that left parts of parliament ablaze and gutted, as protests over proposed tax hikes turned deadly, prompting President William Ruto's government to deploy the military.

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Foreign Police Contingent Arrives In Haiti To Combat Gang Violence

Kenyan police arrive in Haiti to combat gang violence and restore peace, facing challenges and cautious reception.

France 24

Kenya's president says debate on controversial tax bill 'hijacked by dangerous people'

Kenya's President William Ruto has vowed to restore calm "at whatever cost" after protesters stormed parliament and security forces opened fire. He said the debate over a controversial new tax bill has been "hijacked by dangerous people". The finance bill has failed to appease protesters, even after the government backtracked…

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Violence Erupts In Kenya Amid Nationwide Protests Against Tax Hikes

Kenya faces violent protests over tax hikes, urging peaceful resolution and dialogue amid human rights concerns.

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Radio France Internationale

First contingent of Kenyan security forces leave for Haiti

A contingent of 400 Kenyan police officers arrived in Haiti,Tuesday, marking over 18 months since then-Prime Minister Ariel Henry initially requested a security force from the United Nations to help restore order in the violence-ridden nation.

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Rovanpera to stand in for Ogier at WRC Rally Poland

Kalle Rovanpera will join Toyota’s World Rally Championship line-up at Rally Poland to replace Sebastien Ogier following his withdrawal from the event.Stewards have granted permission for Rovanpera and co-driver Jonne Halttunen to take over the third GR Yaris at this weekend’s gravel rally after Ogier and his co-driver were involved…

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African Union Urges Calm In Kenya Amid Violent Protests

African Union urges calm and dialogue in Kenya to address recent outbreaks of violence for peace and stability.

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Kenyan President Vows Strong Response To National Security Threats

Kenyan President William Ruto addresses violent clashes in Nairobi, emphasizing national security and government commitment to safeguarding stability.

Radio France Internationale

Five killed, dozens injured in Kenya during anti-tax hike protests

Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded in Kenya on Tuesday in mounting anti-tax hike protests, NGOs said, as police clashed with demonstrators who stormed the parliament compound in Nairobi.

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Kenyan President Ruto Prioritizes Security Amid Ongoing Violent Protests

Kenyan President William Ruto emphasizes security and vows to protect citizens amidst ongoing violent protests, highlighting the need for unity and coopera...

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US State Department And UN Condemn Violence In Kenya

US State Department and UN condemn recent violence in Kenya, urging restraint and respect for human rights.

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